Project Engineer Job at American Engineering Testing, Lake Elmo, MN

  • American Engineering Testing
  • Lake Elmo, MN

Job Description

Job Summary

As a technical leader within the Concrete service line, the Engineer 3 serves as a mentor to junior staff, supports QA/QC oversight, and drives continuous improvement in analytical methods, client deliverables, and internal processes. The position oversees multiple concurrent projects, interfaces directly with clients and contractors, and plays a key role in strengthening the service lines strategic impact and technical reputation. This is a high-ownership role ideal for professionals who blend advanced engineering insight with strong communication and project coordination skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Plan, manage, and execute multiple concrete engineering projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Develop project scopes, testing protocols, and project-specific recommendations for complex concrete applications.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for technical and logistical challenges.
  • Perform in-depth analyses of concrete properties, such as creep, fatigue, thermal behavior, and alkali-silica reactivity (ASR).
  • Design and evaluate high-performance concrete mixes for unique applications, including lightweight, high-strength, and self-consolidating concretes.
  • Lead forensic investigations of concrete failures, identifying root causes and developing corrective measures.
  • Review and approve technical reports and design documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, addressing their concrete engineering needs and concerns.
  • Deliver technical presentations to clients and stakeholders, explaining findings and recommendations in a clear, consultative manner.
  • Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, identifying growth opportunities, and expanding client relationships.
  • Provide mentorship and technical oversight to junior and mid-level engineers, ensuring their work is technically sound and aligned with project goals.
  • Lead internal training sessions on advanced concrete engineering topics, innovations, and best practices.
  • Review and validate the work of less experienced staff, ensuring quality and compliance with standards.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in engineering workflows.
  • Integrate emerging technologies, such as digital twin modeling or AI-based material optimization, into project workflows.
  • Collaborate with other departments to optimize resource allocation and ensure efficient project execution.
  • Ensure all activities comply with ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, MnDOT, and environmental regulations, as well as AETs internal safety and quality protocols.
  • Promote and uphold a proactive safety culture in all project planning and execution, even when overseeing lab-related evaluations indirectly.

Supervisory Responsibility

  • Leads project teams for medium to large-scale engineering projects.
  • Assigns tasks, monitors progress, and provides technical mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Reviews and approves work to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Required Qualifications and Education

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with a focus on Concrete Engineering; Masters preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in concrete engineering or related fields.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
  • Advanced proficiency with concrete design software and modeling tools.
  • Proven experience in managing large-scale concrete engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced analytical skills for evaluating complex material behavior and structural performance.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
  • Excellent communication skills for client interaction, report writing, and presentations.
  • Familiarity with cutting-edge materials and techniques, such as geopolymer concrete, self-healing materials, and nanotechnology-enhanced mixes.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $100,000 to $130,000 per year based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long-term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AETs Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

Compensation details: 100000-130000 Yearly Salary

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